STOP the SWAMP Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (30 Jul 2026): Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
H.R. 9991, also known as the STOP the SWAMP Act, would amend existing law to debar individuals from federal employment if they refuse to answer questions during congressional investigations or are convicted of perjury or making false statements to Congress. If a current federal employee is found in violation, they would be removed from their position. The bill also introduces a process for Congress to potentially rescind salary funds for federal employees who are witnesses in such cases.
This bill would affect individuals summoned to testify before Congress. Specifically, those who refuse to answer pertinent questions or are convicted of perjury or making false statements would be barred from future federal jobs. Current federal employees in these situations would also face removal from their existing roles.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 30, 2026, and referred to multiple committees. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it has not yet been passed by either chamber of Congress or signed into law. For the bill to become law, it would need to be considered and approved by the relevant committees and then pass both the House and the Senate.
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Timeline
30 Jul 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9991 do?
- H.R. 9991, also known as the STOP the SWAMP Act, would amend existing law to debar individuals from federal employment if they refuse to answer questions during congressional investigations or are convicted of perjury or making false statements to Congress. If a current federal employee is found in violation, they would be removed from their position. The bill also introduces a process for Congress to potentially rescind salary funds for federal employees who are witnesses in such cases. This bill would affect individuals summoned to testify before Congress. Specifically, those who refuse to answer pertinent questions or are convicted of perjury or making false statements would be barred from future federal jobs. Current federal employees in these situations would also face removal from their existing roles. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 30, 2026, and referred to multiple committees. Its current status is "Introduced," meaning it has not yet been passed by either chamber of Congress or signed into law. For the bill to become law, it would need to be considered and approved by the relevant committees and then pass both the House and the Senate.
- Has H.R. 9991 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9991. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9991?
- H.R. 9991 was sponsored by Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7] (R-GA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9991?
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (30 Jul 2026).
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